Before the meeting:
- Download and print Get to Know You Bingo cards, one for each Cub Scout.
During the meeting:
- As each Cub Scout arrives at the den meeting, give them a bingo card and a marker, pencil, or pen.
- Instruct Cub Scouts to move around the meeting space and interact with each other to find another Cub Scouts who matches the description on a bingo square.
- When they find someone who fits the description, the Cub Scouts signs or initials the corresponding square on the bingo card.
- The goal is to complete a row, column, or diagonal of signed squares to get a bingo. Once a Cub Scout completes a bingo, they can call it out and share the fun facts about the people they interacted with to get their bingo.
- Offer small prizes for the Cub Scouts who get a bingo. Prizes could be something simple like stickers or small treats.
- After the game, you can yell out a block and have all Cub Scouts that match that item run to a certain point in the meeting space. This will help participants understand that many people share similar things.
Tips:
- Encourage participants to engage in conversations beyond just getting a signature, so they have a chance to learn more about each other.
- Have some extra markers, pencils, or pens on hand in case someone loses theirs.
- Keep the atmosphere light and fun to create a comfortable environment for everyone to interact.
Remember, the main goal of this activity is to help den members break the ice and learn more about their fellow members in an enjoyable way. It can be a fantastic way to start building a sense of community and friendship within the den.
